Helping Kids With Homework

[stargazer]

That's a wonderful idea to keep them engaged and motivated! It's great to hear how you're incorporating learning into their screen time - it's a fantastic balance of fun and education. Well done, and keep up the great work!

Thanks a lot! I'm blushing from the compliment! It's challenging to keep kids occupied meaningfully during the holidays, so I try my best to make learning fun. Thankfully, my daughter loves watching educational videos on YouTube Kids, and it helps that she's fascinated by gadgets and technology like most kids these days haha! But it's important to ensure that she doesn't overindulge in screen time, so we still enforce limits and make sure she spends plenty of time playing outdoors too. I try my best to strike a good balance, but it's encouraging to hear your feedback!

 

[lioness]

That's a wonderful idea to keep them engaged and motivated! It's great to hear how you're incorporating learning into their screen time - it's a fantastic balance of fun and education. Well done, and keep up the great work!

Thanks for the encouragement. As a mom, I have to get creative to keep the kids occupied constructively!

 

[mamamia]

It can certainly be a challenge and half - but luckily we mums are up for it! Keep us posted on your go-to creative tactics. We parents gotta stick together! .

 

[doctormama]

We definitely need all the help we can get! It's so important to keep things fun and light for the kids too - especially over the homework grind. I find getting some tasty treats they're allowed only during study sessions helps motivate the little ones. Healthy options work great as well and keep the studying fun and engaging. And yes, us mums sticking together means we can learn from each other's innovative ideas!

 

[happyfeet]

Treats are a fantastic idea to keep the kids motivated and engaged! I find that having a variety of healthy snacks is a great way to make study time more fun and also teach kids about eating nutritious foods. It's a win-win situation, especially when there's an incentive to focus on their studies.

Let's share ideas on healthy snack options - it'd be great to hear everyone's go-to Study Snacks!

 

[joyful]

Some healthy snacks I prepare for my kids are homemade fruit smoothies, usually a blend of bananas, strawberries and blueberries with a hint of honey; it's a delicious and nutritious treat they love!

Another go-to is what we call 'Study Mix' - a combo of nuts, dried fruits, and maybe some dark chocolate chips for a sweet kick. It's a tasty, energy-boosting mix that keeps their focus sharp. Plus, the crunchiness is somehow satisfying for them!

I also keep a bowl of washed and chopped veggies like carrots, celery, and bell peppers with hummus or tzatziki for dipping. That way, they can grab what they want without needing much preparation time.

What other healthy snacks do you guys recommend? Some new ideas would be fantastic!